Bucs Lock in Punter Riley Dixon for 2026

0:00The latest scores, headlines and storylines. Right here on NFL News today, subscribe and stay game ready. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have picked up the contract option on Punter Riley Dixon, locking him in for the 2026 season at $3 million. This move keeps Dixon away from free agency and settles the team's punting plans moving forward. Dixon, a 32-year-old veteran, signed a two-year deal worth $6 million last offseason with $3 million guaranteed. Early on, he faced some bumps with two punts blocked in the first four games, prompting the team to check out other options, but he bounced back. Strong. Over 63 punts, he averaged 44.7 yards gross and 38.9 net, pinning 29 inside the 20 yard. Line with just four touchbacks. Dixon brings 10 years of experience from stints with the Broncos, Giants, Rams, and now the Bucks. Posting career averages of 45.8 yards gross and 40.9 net. The daily news now

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